Develop Business and Psychology Skills With an Industrial and Organizational Psychology Certificate
This I/O psychology certificate program provides a foundation in organizational behavior, organizational culture and design, and management and leadership. Upon successful completion, you will be able to develop organizational assessment, intervention, and evaluation strategies that are both:
- Consistent with the pragmatic constraints and opportunities of a real-world situation
- Drawn from relevant research and theory in Industrial and Organizational Psychology
The Industrial and Organizational Psychology certificate program is offered in both online and on-ground formats, which is convenient for working professionals. Participants earn nine graduate-level credits and a certificate of completion. Completed credits are transferable to the M.A. Industrial and Organizational Psychology degree program.
Michael Stowers, Psy.D.
Admissions Requirements
- Application - Apply Online
- Application fee: $50
- The general guideline for admission is a cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale.
- Official college/university transcripts
- Applicants with a cumulative GPA below 3.0 are required to submit additional documentation
- Resume or curriculum vitae
- Personal statement/essay
Accreditation & Licensure
Accreditation
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Licensure
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Industrial and Organizational Psychology certificate Sample Courses
Organizational Behavior
This Industrial and Organizational Psychology certificate course explores organizations at the individual and team level, examining the relationship between employees and managers, and employees and teams. It examines the factors that drive productivity and success in organizations including motivation, diversity, work stress, conflict and negotiation, decision-making, personality, and attitudes.
Organizational Culture and Design
This Industrial and Organizational Psychology certificate course explores organizations at the organizational level, examining the relationship between culture and organization design, structure, and environment. It examines the impact of change in strategy and technology, environmental turbulence and organizational maturity, and reviews organization development as a means to advance the changing nature of organization. Supporting topics include corporate ethics, life cycle and control, organizational climate, and globalization. Students create an organizational change strategy for a company in turmoil
Management and Leadership
Management and leadership is the heart of organizational life. This I/O psychology certificate course examines how managers and leaders create results by empowering culture and organizational commitment. It leads with the premise that there is no ideal leadership style and that an effective style depends upon realistic assessment of the organizational life cycle, culture, and market environment. Students apply management and leadership theory to their own work environment, evaluating how specific situations can be effectively addressed.
Career Pathways
By learning how to manage organizational change, select and motivate organizational teams, and increase employee productivity, graduates of the Industrial and Organizational Psychology Generalist Certificate program will be able to apply their knowledge to several fields and professions, including:
- Consultation
- Human resources
- Leadership
- Government
- Business
- Nonprofit
I/O Psychology Certificate Career Outcomes
The Chicago School prepares you to make an impact in a variety of high-demand careers. Below, you will find possible career options and salaries associated with this degree.
Data is pulled by a third-party tool called Lightcast, which includes data from sources including the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the U.S. Census Bureau, online job postings, and other government databases. The information below represents a regional and national career outlook related to this degree program*. The Chicago School is dedicated to assisting you in achieving your career goals.
*Many degree programs are intended to fulfill licensure requirements in specific states. The data shown here may not represent the state where you currently reside. For more information on how this program is applicable to the requirements of your state, please speak with your admissions counselor.
Financing Your Education
The Chicago School is dedicated to keeping our professional Industrial and Organizational Psychology Certificate programs accessible to anyone regardless of financial status. In addition to the scholarships that may be available, our Financial Aid Department will provide you with information to determine what financial arrangements are right for you.
